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Kids need to play — and how cities are designed and resourced affects their access

Kids need to play — and how cities are designed and resourced affects their access

If we want cities where all children can thrive, we need to create conditions where play is part of daily life, not something that must be scheduled...

24.05.2026 20

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Ozlem Cankaya

How children’s play with everyday objects can encourage skills needed for STEM success

Asking children to explain what they are building or allowing them time to explore without interruption can deepen the STEM learning embedded in play.

12.02.2026 10

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Ozlem Cankaya